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Solve a Simpler Problem

For Students 4th
For this solving simpler math problems first worksheet, 4th graders read, analyze and solve 3 word problems by solving a simpler problem first.
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Fraction Word Problems

For Students 5th - 8th
In this fractions worksheet, students complete fraction word problems containing 1 digit numbers. Students complete 4 problems total.
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Choose a Strategy

For Students 4th
In this variety of mathematical strategies instructional activity, 4th graders figure out the best strategy in drawing the next figure in a sequenced pattern and then draw the 10th figure in the same pattern. Students answer one word...
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Problem Solving: Write an Equation

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this equation worksheet, students read a simple word problem, write an equation to solve it, then write their own story problem and equation.
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Solving Problems

For Students 7th - 10th
In this solving problems activity, students answer twelve multiple choice questions about problem solving in science and the steps of the scientific method. These include identifying the problem, forming a hypothesis and setting up the...
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Add & Subtract Fractions w/Unlike Denominators, 2

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Pupils use several examples to create a method for adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators. They present these methods to the class and then practice applying methods to sample problems.
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Pirate Swords

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students read the math problem and retell it in their own words. They brainstorm for ways to solve and use questions to focus on the steps used. Students could use other problems involving pirates from the given website.
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Write a Number Sentences

For Students 2nd
In this problem solving worksheet, 2nd graders use strategies to solve story problems. Students write a number sentence for two word problems and complete the operation for a solution in each.
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Well,Well!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore and solve a math word problem that involves a series of single digit additions and subtractions. They brainstorm ways to solve the problem, independently solve the problem using drawings, and discuss the various...
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More Pizzas and Things

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students are introduced to the problem by playing a guessing game of "I am a number, which is half of 6 and 6, what am I?" They explain their answers and see if anyone else had an alternate solution checking for reasonableness.
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Challenge: Logical Reasoning-Working With Tables

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this logical reasoning worksheet, students write yes or no about the number of teeth various animals have, completing a table to solve 5 questions, then read a set of clues and draw a table to solve 6 questions.
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Is That a Plan? Problem-Solving: Using Diagrams and Models

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Student solve problems using a flow chart. They solve real-world problems by using a diagram or model. They create their own diagrams for problem-solving. They explain how they drew the diagram and solved the problem.
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Reteach: Guess and Check

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this guess and check worksheet, students record guesses to a word problem by recording them in a table. Next, students use guess and check to solve 3 additional problems. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
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Ranchers and Patterns

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders engage in problem solving. In this patterns lesson, 5th graders are presented with a problem regarding ranching that they solve as a class. Students watch a video about how patterns are used in the real world. Students...
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Concrete Canoes

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Pupils explore and analyze the relationship of buoyancy and displacement needed to make an object float. They examine various boat designs, then design and build clay and aluminum boats that hold a cargo of marbles.
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Telling Time to 5 Minutes

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students take part in various activities ranging from creating a human clock, to small group problem solving to reinforce the concept of telling time accurately to five minutes on an analog clock.
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Problem Based Inquiry Learning

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders research Nuclear Energy and Radioactivity, how is this form of energy used for the good of mankind in solving the energy crisis and the hazardous aspect of using this form of energy. They cooperatively work in groups to...
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It Counts

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore how numbers can identify objects. In this math lesson, students determine how numbers are used to describe objects used in quantitative data collection.
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Pizzas And Things

For Teachers 1st
First graders problem solve using the concepts of doubling and halving numbers as previews for finding multiples and working with fractions. They determine how to find half of a set of objects and work with sums up to 16. They work with...
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Find a Pattern

For Students 2nd
In this patterns activity, 2nd graders find the pattern in 1 word problem and then solve it. Students answer 1 short answer math problem directly related to the first word problem.
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Make a Table

For Students 4th
In this charting worksheet, 4th graders complete a table. Using the information provided, students fill in the missing data and complete 2 short answer questions.
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Math Game Night

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students plan a family game night. In this problem solving lesson, students brainstorm games to play, watch a video to help with room arrangement and determine which room arrangement would work best. When all the preparations are done...
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A Scheduling Dilemma

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Young scholars solve train-scheduling word problems using a four-step problem solving model. In this problem solving activity, students work in groups to a four-step procedure about a train scheduling dilemma.
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Subtraction Shopping

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students subtract two digit numbers. They check each other's answers for accuracy.

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